Rejuvenate and Ride the Waves: Yoga and Surf Retreat in East Lothian
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness is recommended to enjoy both a vigorous yoga session and active surfing lessons comfortably.
Overview
Discover the perfect coastal escape where yoga meets surfing at East Lothian’s Belhaven Bay. Start your day with expert-led yoga, followed by a surf lesson that welcomes all skill levels along Scotland’s beautiful southeast shore.
East Lothian Yoga and Surf Day Retreat
Up to 8 people • 8 Hours
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About This Adventure
Join us for a unique Yoga and Surf Day Retreat at a charming 200-year-old Victorian Stables. Begin with a rejuvenating two-hour yoga session led by Sally Jean Rankin, followed by a delicious lunch. Then, hit the waves at Belhaven Bay, where expert instructors will guide you through surfing, ensuring a memorable adventure!
Welcome to your Yoga and Surf Day Retreat.
Spend the morning at our wonderful rural HQ, a 200-year-old Victorian Stables building, in the heart of the John Muir Country Park.
The mornings Yoga session will be run by Sally Jean Rankin founder of Kinship.Studio. Sally will take you through a two hour journey of Yin and Vinyasa Flow Yoga finishing with a Yoga Nidra meditation during relaxation at the end of the practice.
The session is designed to prepare your mind and body for your surf session and is open to all levels however some experience would be beneficial.Following the yoga session, you will enjoy a lunch of warm soup and freshly made sandwiches together in front of the wood burning stove and have time to relax before the afternoon’s activities.
After lunch it will be time to jump into Ocean Verticals thick 5mm wetsuits (wetsuit gloves, boots and hoods are available too!) and head down to Belhaven Bay (2-minute drive) with your surf instructor.
The afternoons surf session will be designed for beginner and intermediate surfers, so if you have never surfed before, your instructor will coach you through the basics of catching your first waves and looking at standing up on the board. If you are more of an intermediate surfer, our instructors will help you to progress your surfing to the next level.
Here’s an outline of the Yoga and Surf Day Retreat: 9:30 arrival at OV HQ 10:00-12:00 Yoga session with Kinship Yoga Studio, Sally Rankin 12:00- 12:45 Lunch break provided by the Wishing Tree 12:45-13:00 Kit up for surfing 13:00-16:00 Surfing at Belhaven Bay
With big smiles and a huge sense of achievement you will head back to OV HQ for a warm shower followed by hot tea and cake by the fire.
Welcome to Adventure!
Adventure Tips
Arrive early for yoga
Plan to arrive at the Victorian Stables early to settle in and prepare for the full two-hour yoga session led by Sally Jean Rankin.
Wear flexible clothing
Choose yoga-friendly attire that can also get sandy or wet during surf lessons to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Check surf conditions
Though Belhaven Bay offers beginner-friendly waves, always verify daily surf reports to dress and prepare accordingly.
Bring a refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated during yoga and surf activities is crucial, so bring water to keep energy levels high.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Seals frequently bask on rocks near the shore.
- Oystercatchers and other seabirds are common sights along the beach.
History
Dunbar’s Victorian Stables, now the retreat’s base, are a preserved piece of 19th-century Scotland, reflecting the area's equestrian heritage.
Conservation
The retreat promotes eco-friendly practices, encouraging participants to minimize waste and respect the delicate coastal ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Yoga mat
A non-slip mat is important for stability during yoga, especially in cooler or damp conditions.
Wetsuit
A wetsuit helps protect against chilly North Sea temperatures during surf lessons.
spring specific
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from sun exposure while on the beach and in the water.
summer specific
Waterproof jacket
Useful for staying dry and warm when coastal weather turns unpredictable.
fall specific